The winter of 2019 was dry and cold in Apalta, with rainfall accumulated 40% below the previous season. Julio marked the lowest temperatures of the season, with minimum temperatures winter averages slightly higher than the historical record. The Spring was mild and humid, with rainfall exceeding 49% of the historical average of water fallen in the same period. The temperatures remained fairly close to their average historical. With these conditions, the vineyard began to grow early and fast, showing good vigor. The summer was hotter in comparison with our historical records, with the second fortnight of January and beginning of February, not just a heat wave but also very high levels of sunlight. They also did not register rains until the end of the harvest.

It is important to highlight the high levels of insolation that affected the Apalta vineyard together with the lack of rain, made it key manage both irrigation and foliage management that would protect the grape from the intense sun, avoid sunburn and other problems in the vineyard. The first months of autumn maintained the conditions dry and at the same time, we find a normal average temperature but with less minimum That brought a great breadth of which was very beneficial for the color and general quality of red grapes. The harvest began about 8 days before, and the general conditions during the harvest were favorable to have very healthy grapes, with lower yields per hectare.

Bright violet red. Expressive nose, with ripe red and black fruit and nuances spicy. Round and pleasant structure, juicy tannins and a lively finish. Good tannins that provide a perfect structure. Decant for 30 minutes and serve between 16°C (65°F). Ideal companion for stewed and grilled meats in a variety of preparations.